Guidelines For Aeronautical Radio Spectrum Licenses

Supreme Council of Information & Communication Technology
Guidelines
Guidelines for
Aeronautical Radio Spectrum Licenses
Licenses
Guidelines for Aeronautical Radio Frequency Licences 1

Contents
Definitions & Abbreviations 3
1. Aircraft Radio Station License 6
1.1 Eligibility criteria 6
1.2 Summary of the Licensees Responsibilities 7
1.3 Technical details 7
2. Aeronautical Ground Station (AGS) License 8
2.2 Summary of Licensees Responsibilities 9
3. Aeronautical Navigational Aids Station License 12
4. Aeronautical Ground Based Radar Station License 15
5. Call signs 16
6. Note on applicable standards 19
7. Coordination requirements 20
8. Spectrum Fees 20
9. Contact Details 20
ANNEX A: LICENSE TEMPLATES AND TERMS & CONDITIONS 21
ANNEX B: APPLICATION PROCESSING PROCEDURE 41
ANNEX C: APPLICATION FORMS 43
Guidelines for Aeronautical Radio Station Licences 2

Definitions & Abbreviations
Automatic direction finder (ADF) is a marine or aircraft radio-navigation instrument that automatically and
ADF:
continuously displays the relative bearing from the ship or aircraft to a suitable radio station.
Airborne Collision Avoidance System (ACAS) is an aircraft system that operates independently of ground-based
ACAS: equipment and air traffic control in warning pilots of the presence of other aircraft that may present a threat of
collision.
Automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) is a cooperative surveillance technology for tracking

ADS-
ADS-B:
aircraft.
Airport Surface Detection System (ASDE) is a surveillance system using radar and satellite technology that allows
ASDE:
air traffic controllers to track surface movement of aircraft and vehicles.
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is a European Union agency with regulatory and executive tasks in the
EASA:
field of civilian aviation safety.
Ground-Based Augmentation System (GBAS) is a safety-critical system that augments the GPS Standard
GBAS: Positioning Service (SPS) and provides enhanced levels of service regarding approach, landing, departure, and
surface operations of the aircrafts.
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is a satellite navigation system is a system of satellites that provide
GNSS:
autonomous geo-spatial positioning with global coverage.
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that codifies the
ICAO: principles and techniques of international air navigation and fosters the planning and development of
international air transport to ensure safe and orderly growth.
International Civil Aviation Organisation which serves as the global forum for its 191 Member States and
ICAO:
promotes understanding and security through cooperative aviation regulation.
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and
ITU: communication technologies ICTs. It allocates global radio spectrum and satellite orbits and develops the
technical standards that ensure networks and technologies seamlessly interconnect.
LORAN (LOng RAnge Navigation) is a terrestrial radio navigation system which enables ships and aircraft to
LORAN: determine their position and speed from low frequency radio signals transmitted by fixed land based radio
beacons, using a receiver unit.
Precision approach radar (PAR), is a type of Radar guidance system designed to provide lateral and vertical
PAR:
guidance to an aircraft Pilot for landing, until the landing threshold is reached.

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) is the body responsible in Qatar for: air navigation; air safety; air transport
QCAA: & airport affairs; meteorology and aviation security. QCAA administers the civil aviation regulations and aviation
law in Qatar.
Secondary surveillance radar (SSR)[1] is a radar system used in air traffic control (ATC), that not only detects and
SSR: measures the position of aircraft i.e. range and bearing, but also requests additional information from the aircraft
itself such as its identity and altitude
Universal Access Transceiver (UAT), is the aircraft / ground installed radio receiver/ transmitter designed to
UAT:
utilize ADS-B services.
VHF Digital Link (VDL) is a means of sending information between aircraft and ground stations (and in the case
VDL:
of VDL Mode 4, other aircraft)

A eronautical radio communication involves the communication between aeronautical stations and aircraft stations, or between
aircraft stations relating to safety and regularity of flight, primarily along national or international civil air routes. Due to the safety
critical nature of this type of communication the frequency bands are internationally agreed and set out in the Radio Regulations,
which are agreed at the World Radio Conferences of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) a specialised agency of
the United Nations. The Radio Regulations have international treaty status and are binding on ITU member states, including the
State of Qatar.
The ITU "Handbook on Radio Frequency Spectrum Requirements for Civil Aviation and ICAO Annex 10 details the following
aviation use of spectrum bands.
Table 1.
1. ITU defined spectrum bands and usage
Band Aviation Use
90110 kHz LORAN-C
130535 kHz NDB/locator
2,85022,000 kHz Air-ground communications (HF voice and data)
3,023 and 5,680 kHz Search and rescue
74.875.2 MHz Marker beacon
108117.975 MHz VOR/ILS localizer/GBAS/VDL Mode 4
Air-ground and air-air communications (VHF voice and data)
117.975137 MHz
See Table below
121.5, 123.1 and 243 MHz Emergency frequencies
328.6335.4 MHz ILS glide path
406406.1 MHz Search and rescue
9601 215 MHz DME/UAT GNSS
1,030 and 1,090 MHz SSR/ACAS/1090ES
1,2151,400 MHz GNSS Primary surveillance radar
1,5251,559 MHz Satellite communications
1,6101,626.5 MHz Satellite communications
1,626.51,660.5 MHz Satellite communications
1,5591,626.5 MHz GNSS
2,7003,300 MHz Primary surveillance radar
4,2004,400 MHz Radio altimeter
5,0005,250 MHz MLS
5,3505,470 MHz Airborne weather radar
8,7508,850 MHz Airborne Doppler radar
9,0009,500 MHz Precision approach radar ASDE
13.2513.4 GHz Airborne Doppler radar
15.415.7 GHz ASDE/other systems
24.2524.65 GHz ASDE
31.833.4 GHz ASDE

Note: The ICAO Handbook on Radio Frequency Spectrum Requirements for Civil Aviation notes that Off-Route (OR) communications
are not used for safety-of-life operations and are not further considered in the ICAO handbook. The frequencies for Aeronautical
Mobile (OR) Services in Qatar are assigned on case by case basis as per the applicants requirements.
There are following categories and sub-categories of Aeronautical licenses issued by ictQATAR which are explained in detail in
the following sections:
a) Aircraft Radio Station Licenses
i) Aircraft Mobile Radio station
ii) Aircraft Transportable Radio station
b) Ground Based Aeronautical Station Licenses
i) Aeronautical Ground Station (AGS)
ii) Aeronautical Navigational Aids
iii) Aeronautical Ground Based Radar
Annex A to these guidelines provides the templates of the licenses along-with the specific terms and conditions and technical
schedule(s).
Annex B to these guidelines provides the application processing procedure.
Annex C to these guidelines provides application forms to be used for license applications, modifications, renewals or
cancellations. The application form describes the information and any documents that need to be provided for the application to
be processed.
1. AIRCRAFT RADIO STATION

STATION LICENSE
This section provides information on the licensing considerations for the issuing of Aircraft Radio Station Licenses. The license
covers the installation and operation of aeronautical radio equipment on-board the aircrafts, hang-gliders or balloons registered
in Qatar. Radio communication is an important component of aeronautic safety, for both private and commercial activities. Without
radio, aircraft operations would be unsafe and unable to meet the global demand for rapid and cost-effective transport. It is
important therefore that the use of spectrum allocated to the sector is controlled. Operators need to be trained and qualified and
the equipment has to meet the type approval requirements. The terms & conditions of the radio license reduce the likelihood of
causing interference from the licensee to other radio users.
Aircraft radio station licenses are available with two options, which are explained in detail in the following sections:
a) an Aircraft Mobile Radio Station license to cover the use of aeronautical radio equipment on-board an individual
aircraft including the use of satellite, WiFi and mobile communication access equipment.
b) an Aircraft Transportable radio station license to cover the use of one handheld VHF radio with an integral antenna
and power supply on multiple aircrafts. The License does not cover the radio's use as a land mobile station.
1.1 Eligibility criteria

The Aircraft Radio Station Licenses may be applied for by an individual or a representative of the organisation owning/operating
the aircraft or a fleet of aircrafts.

It should be noted that the licensees also require separate radio proficiency certification from the QCAA for the operators of the
aeronautical radio equipment which can be a part of the aviation personnel license regarding flight proficiency.
1.2 Summary of the Licensees Responsibilities

The licensee is generally required to ensure that:
a) the radio equipment and its installation is approved by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.
b) the user of the equipment holds appropriate operators certification from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.
c) the identification of the station is done through the call sign allocated to the station or another form of identification
approved by QCAA.
d) keep on-board the aircraft the license together with any other document which ictQATAR may prescribe
Please see Annex A for detailed terms and conditions.
1.3 Technical details

The Licensee is required to ensure that the apparatus is used only on such radio frequency bands listed in Table 1 above, complying
with all obligations under relevant international agreements relating to the use of the apparatus and the associated frequency
bands.
All transmissions from the cellular mobile, WiFi, & satellite equipment will be carried out when above 3000 meters altitude and
on non-interference and non-protected basis. In addition to this, the following parameters are required to be followed:
a) on-board Aircraft1
Cellular Mobile Equipment on-
For GSM: The aircraft base station transmitter must limit the power of all GSM mobile terminals transmitting in the 1800 MHz
band to a nominal value of 0 dBm at all stages of communications including initial access.
For UMTS: The aircraft Node B, while in operation, must limit the transmit power of all UMTS mobile terminals transmitting in the
2100 MHz band to a nominal value of 6 dBm/3,84 MHz at all stages of communication and the maximum number of users should
not exceed 20.
For LTE: The aircraft Node B, while in operation, must limit the transmit power of all LTE mobile terminals transmitting in the 1800
MHz band to a nominal value of 5 dBm/5 MHz at all stages of communication.
b) WiFi on-
on-board Aircraft:
Since WiFi stations on board aircraft operate within the premises of the Aircraft, the similar conditions as applied to the indoor
use of ISM bands are applicable. It must be ensured that all transmissions must be strictly restricted within the aircraft.
c) Satellite earth stations on-

on-board aircraft
Satellite earth stations on aircraft are intended to provide non-safety related data communication services. The aircraft mobile
radio station license covers the use of satellite equipment operating on frequency band: 14.0-14.5 GHz on-board the aircraft. The
following conditions apply2:
1
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING DECISION of 12 November 2013, Amending Decision 2008/294/EC to include additional access technologies
and frequency bands for mobile communications services on aircraft (MCA services) [2013/654/EU]
2
ECC decision on the free circulation and use of Aircraft Earth Stations (AES) in the frequency bands 14.0-14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space), 10.7-11.7
GHz (space-to-Earth) and 12.5-12.75 GHz (space-to-Earth) [ECC/DEC/(05)11]

i. e.i.r.p. must not be greater than 50dBw;

ii. the equipment must comply with the relevant European Telecommunication Standards (e.g. EN 302 186)
iii. the equipment must comply with the Recommendation ITU-R M.1643
iv. the equipment must be operated under the control of a network control facility.
The Aircraft mobile radio station license also covers the use of satellite equipment operating on frequency band: 17.3-19.7 GHz
and 27.5-29.5 GHz bands on-board the aircraft. The following conditions apply:
i. e.i.r.p. must not limited to a value within the range 55-60 dBw;
ii. the equipment must comply with the European Telecommunication Standard EN 303 978.
iii. the equipment must be operated under the control of a network control facility.
iv. the equipment must be self-monitoring and should a fault which can cause harmful interference to FSS or
terrestrial networks be detected, the transmissions must be ceased automatically;
2. AERONAUTICAL GROUND STATION (AGS) LICENSE

LICENSE
This section provides information on the licensing considerations for the issuing of Aeronautical Ground Station (AGS) license. The
AGS license covers the use of aeronautical radio frequencies for ground based aeronautical services such as general aviation; air
traffic control; operations control, search and rescue and emergency communication, HF communication and public
correspondence. These services are defined below:
A. General Aviation: Aviation service which covers common air to ground frequencies which are assigned to general aviation
operations (e.g. common glider frequency)
B. Air Traffic control: Air traffic control service involves information, advisory control and emergency alerting services to prevent
collisions between aircrafts in the air, between aircrafts and between aircrafts and other objects in apron / manoeuvring
areas on the ground. The sub categories of the Air traffic control service are detailed below:
a) Flight Information Service (FIS): A two-way communication between an aircraft and a ground station, in which the ground
operator may only pass advisory information as requested by the pilot. This information may include situation awareness
and weather information.
b) Approach control service: Air traffic control service for arriving, departing or transiting controlled flights
c) Area control Service: A two way communication between an aircraft and a ground station in which the ground operator
provides control instructions to the aircraft within a defined region or sector.
d) Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS): A broadcast transmission from a ground station to one or more aircraft,
conveying information relating to the aerodrome from which the transmission made is conveyed.
e) Precision Approach Radar (PAR): A two-way communication between an aircraft and a ground station, in which the
ground operator uses both vertical and horizontal information about an aircraft's position to talk the aircraft down along
the glide scope.
f) Tower: A two-way communication between an aircraft and a groundstation, in which the ground operator controls the
aircraft in the vicinity of an aerodrome traffic zone when the aircraft is flying with visual reference to the aerodrome.
g) Surface Movement Control: This involves the service to ensure safe and efficient surface movement of aircraft and
vehicles on the ground.
C. Operations Control: Operational Control (OPC) A two-way communication between an aircraft and a ground station for the
purposes stated in ICAO Annex 6, Parts 1 & 3, chapter 1: "Operational Control. The exercise of authority over the initiation,
continuation, diversion or termination of a flight in the interest of safety of the aircraft and the regularity and efficiency of
the flight."
D. Search and Rescue and Emergency Communications Service: the service includes operation of fire stations, Alerting stations
etc.
E. HF Communication Service: the service provided through ground stations with HF frequency assignments.

F. Public Correspondence: the service involving communication messages relating to air carrier / company business
communications and passenger service / convenience.

An Aeronautical Ground Station License may be applied for by QCAA or an authorised representative of an Aerodrome, approved
by the QCAA.
An applicant wishing to establish a new aeronautical ground radio station must obtain an equipment proficiency certification from
the QCAA.
2.2 Summary of Licensees

Licensees Responsibilities
The Licensee is generally responsible for ensuring that:
a) all individuals using the radio are in possession of an appropriate certificate of competence, where required, and are
competent in both the operation of the equipment and local procedures.
b) aeronautical radio messages must be limited to those concerning flight safety or flight regularity.
c) The individual station call sign is used during communications in accordance with standard accepted procedures.

The tables below provide information on the applicable frequency band(s) and associated technical details for fixed HF stations
and air-ground and ground-air communications over VHF aeronautical band.
Table 2.
2. Aeronautical Ground Station frequency bands
Fixed HF Stations Air-
Air-ground / Ground-
Ground-air communications
National usage Ground based HF SSB for voice and data AGS civil communications for Mode 2 and / or Mode 4 data
link communications for AGS civil and links
SAR (Search and Rescue) applications
Frequency bands 2850 3025 kHz 118 137 MHz (see Table 3 which provides further details
3400 3500 kHz on ICAO Annex 10 allotments in this band)
4650 4700 kHz
5480 5680 kHz
6525 6685 kHz
8815 8965 kHz
8965 10100 kHz
11175 11400 kHz
13200 13360 kHz
17900 17970 kHz
21924 22000 kHz
Standards ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10
Channelling/ ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10.
modulation Equipment, designed for 25 kHz channel spacing, must be
able to operate in the frequency band 118.00 136.975 MHz

in 25 kHz steps and equipment designed for 8.33 kHz channel

spacing must be able to operate on any channel between
118.00 and 136.475 MHz in 8.33 kHz steps.
Transmit power Maximum peak envelope power shall be For each individual license/frequency assignment either the
limit 6 kW maximum and minimum field strength at the limit of the
Maximum peak envelope power for F1B designated operational coverage may be specified or the
shall be 1.5 kW. maximum effective radiated power (e.r.p.).
Table 3 VHF Frequency utilisation plan

Function (see table below) Bands (MHz) Function
Function Bands (MHz)
TWR 118.000 - 118.875 FIS-U(GP) 120.100 - 120.175
124.300 - 124.375 123.900 - 123.975
Emergency 121.5 -
SMC 121.600 - 121.975 124.100 - 124.175
APP-PAR 119.500 - 119.975 124.900 - 124.975
APP-I, APP/DF-I,APP/SR-I, FIS-I 119.000 - 121.400 126.700 - 126.775
123.800 - 124.775 126.900 - 126.975
125.100 - 125.575 127.100 - 127.775
126.500 - 126.575 127.300 - 127.375
127.700 - 127.975 128.500 - 128.575
APP-U 120.300 - 120.375 134.600 - 135.800
121.300 - 121.375 VOLMET /ATIS 126.000 - 126.075
124.400 - 124.475 126.200 - 126.275
124.600 - 124.675 126.400 - 126.475
124.800 - 126.375 126.800 - 126.875
ACC-I 126.100 - 126.175 127.000 - 127.075
127.500 - 127.575 127.200 - 127.275
ACC/SR-I 128.300 - 128.375 127.400 - 127.475
128.700 - 128.775 127.600 - 127.675
ACC-U 118.900 - 118.975 127.800 - 127.875
119.300 - 119.375 128.000 - 128.075
120.500 - 120.575 128.200 - 128.275
120.700 - 120.775 128.400 - 128.475
120.900 - 120.975 128.600 - 128.800
123.700 - 123.775 OPERATIONAL CONTROL 128.825 - 128.925
ACC-LU 124.500 - 124.575 128.975 - 132.025
125.300 - 125.775 AIR-TO AIR 123.450 & 128.950
125.900 - 125.975 DATA LINK3 136.900 - 137.000
128.100 - 128.175 SPARE (Note) 136.000 - 136.900
132.100 - 134.500
3 Data-link system) is used to send information between aircraft and air traffic controllers when an aircraft is too far from the Air Traffic Control to
make conventional voice radio communication and radar observations possible. Such systems are used for aircraft crossing the Atlantic and
Pacific oceans and hence are not expected to be deployed in Qatar.

Note: Spare - might be reserved for future data link applications
Table 4 below explains the abbreviations used in Table 3 above.
Table 4.
4. Table of symbols and service type
Symbol Type of Service
ACCL-L Area control service for flights up to FL 250
ACC-SR-I Area radar control service up to FL 250
ACC-SR-U Area radar control service up to FL 450
ACC-U Area control service for flights up to FL 450
AD Within Limits of aerodrome
AFIS Aerodrome flight information services
APP-L Approach control service for flights below FL 120
APP-I Approach control service for flights below FL 250
APP-PAR Precision approach radar service up to FL 40
APP-SR-I Surveillance radar approach control service up to FL 250
APP-SR-L Surveillance radar approach control service up to FL 120
APP-SR-LU Surveillance radar approach control service up to FL 450
APP-U Approach control service for flights up FL 450
ATIS Automatic terminal information services
CD Clearance delivery
CTA Control area
DF Direction finder
ER Requirement to utilize extended range technique, RCAG or repeater stations
FIR Flight information region
FIS-L Flight information service for flights up to FL 250
FIS-U Flight information service for flights between FL 250 and FL 450
GP VHF en-route general purpose system
RCAG Remote controlled air-ground communication
SMC Surface movement control up to limits of aerodrome

TWR Aerodrome control service
VOLMET VOLMET (meteorological information for aircraft in flight) broadcasts
FL Means flight level, it is a standard nominal altitude of an aircraft, in hundreds of feet.
3. AERONAUTICAL NAVIGATIONAL
NAVIGATIONAL AIDS STATION LICENSE
This section provides information on the licensing considerations for the issuing of Aeronautical Navigational Aids Station
Licenses. This license covers, but is not limited to, the operation of following main types of navigation aid systems:
a) Non-
Non-directional
directional radio beacon (NDB): The non-directional radio beacon (NDB) system is used for short/medium range
navigation. When used with automatic direction finder (ADF) equipment in aircraft, NDB provides a bearing with
moderate accuracy. NDB is used by larger aircraft over sea or overland routes and is extensively deployed at general
aviation aerodromes, where it provides a cost-effective and easily installed facility. Offshore NDB operations require
procedures to prevent co-channel interference where frequencies are assigned on a shared basis in accordance with
ICAO Annex 10.
b) VHF marker beacons: VHF marker beacons serve to determine individual sites within the air traffic network and in the
approach area. The directional pattern and modulation frequency differ according to the intended purpose. Beacons
shall work in conjunction with each other using the same frequency.
c) Instrument landing system (ILS): The instrument landing system (ILS) is a standard approach and landing system. The
ILS localizer is coupled with glide path system and with the Microwave landing system (MLS) and/or DME. MLS is a
newer system, which operates in a similar manner to ILS. The ILS localiser radio equipment, when used as part of
the ILS system provides guidance on azimuth while approaching the runway. The equipment transmissions are within
the band 108 111.975 MHz in accordance with ICAO Annex 10. Station identifiers are required as per the instructions
of QCAA. Equipment standards and channel plans are given in ICAO Annex 10.
d) VHF omni-
omni-directional range (VOR): The VHF omni-directional range (VOR) is a short/medium-range navigation aid
system. VOR is normally associated with distance measuring equipment (DME).
e) Distance measuring system (DME): The distance measuring system (DME) is the ICAO standard system for determining
ranges within radio line of sight, using pulse techniques and time measurement. It is the standard system used for en
route and terminal navigation.

The aeronautical navigational aids station License may be applied for by QCAA or an authorised representative of an Aerodrome
approved by the QCAA.
Table 5 in the technical details below identifies where an individual operators certificate is required (see Note to the Table).
3.2 Summary of
of Licensees Responsibilities
The licensee is generally responsible for ensuring that the navigational aid(s) are planned, installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with QCAA and international requirements. This includes the required training, certification and licensing of staff in
accordance with QCAA requirements.

Records relating to the navigation aids will need to be maintained for inspection, on demand by ictQATAR.

The table given on next page provides information on the applicable frequency band(s) and associated technical details:

Table 5.
5. Aeronautical Navigational Aids frequency bands and technical details
Beacons for radionavigation Instrument landing systems for radionavigation
National Non-directional beacons VHF marker ILS glide path transmitter ILS localiser radio Microwave landing system VHF Omni directional radio Ground based distance
beacons equipment (Note 1) (MLS)(Note 1) range equipment and measuring equipment
usage
Doppler VHF omni (DME) (Note 1)
directional radio range
equipment (VOR/DVOR)
Frequency 255 283.5, 283.5 315, 315 325, 75 MHz 328.6 335.4 MHz 108 111.975 MHz 5000 5150 MHz 108 117.975 MHz 960 1215 MHz
325 405, 415 435, 435 495, (with a (transmissions must be (transmissions must be
bands
505 526.5, 53.5, 579.5, 850, 897, frequency contained within the band) contained within the band)
949 kHz. tolerance of
plus or minus
0.005%)
Standards ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10
10
Channelling/ ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex ICAO Annex 10. ICAO Annex 10. ICAO Annex 10. There are AM and FM modulation in ICAO Annex 10
10. 200 channels within the accordance with ICAO
modulation
frequencies 5031.0 Annex 10.
5090.7 MHz
Transmit For each individual license the (Note 2) (Note 2) (Note 2) (Note 2) (Note 2) (Note 2)
radiated power is that necessary to
power limit
give a field strength of 70 microvolts
at the limit of the designated
coverage area and be maintained
within a tolerance of +2 and -3dB.
Note 1: Individual operators certification required.
Note 2: For each individual license / frequency assignment either the maximum and minimum field strength at the limit of the designated operational coverage may be specified or the maximum effective radiated power (e.r.p.).
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4. AERONAUTICAL GROUND BASED RADAR STATION LICENSE

This section provides information on the licensing considerations for the issuing of Aeronautical Ground Based Radar Station
licenses. The license is available to cover Aeronautical Primary Radar and Secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) which are deployed
at the aerodromes to aid the air traffic control.

An Aeronautical Ground Based Radar license may be applied for by QCAA or an authorised representative of an Aerodrome,
licensed by the QCAA.
4.2 Summary of Licensees Responsibilities

The licensee is generally responsible for ensuring that the radar systems are planned, installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the QCAA requirements. This includes the required training, certification and licensing of staff in accordance with
the QCAA requirements.
Records relating to radar systems will need to be maintained for inspection, on demand, by ictQATAR.

The license covers aeronautical primary radar and mono-pulse secondary surveillance radar (SSR). SSR is an ICAO standard system
employing secondary radar principles, used either by itself or co-located and synchronised with primary radar. All SSR installations
have a frequency for ground-air interrogation and a frequency for the air-ground reply.
Table 6 below provides information on the applicable frequency band(s) and associated technical details:
Table 6.
6. Aeronautical Ground Based Radar frequency bands and technical details
Primary Radars Secondary Surveillance Radar
National usage Air traffic control primary radar Air traffic control secondary surveillance radar
monitoring
Frequency bands 1215 1350 MHz 960 1215 MHz
2700 3100 MHz (Note) Transmissions on 1030 MHz shall be to aircraft
and shall be received on 1090 MHz from aircraft in
accordance with ICAO Annex 10.
Standards ICAO Annex 10 ICAO Annex 10
Channelling/ modulation ICAO Annex 10 Pulse and phased modulation, L9D and M9D, may
be used in accordance with ICAO Annex 10.

Transmit power limit For each radar the maximum transmitter For each individual license the maximum
power e.i.r.p. is defined according to transmitter power limits will be specified
operational requirements. according to operational requirements.
Note: ITU-R SM.329-10 and ITU-R SM.1541-1 apply in respect of unwanted emissions.
5. CALL SIGNS
Call signs are a unique way of identifying a users station and allowing more than one user to share a radio channel. The call sign
consists of the prefix which defines the geographic area (A7 for Qatar) and a suffix which is unique for the service and the individual.
In Qatar the aeronautical call sign is the same as the aircraft registration mark which is issued by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
(QCAA). In Qatar the registration mark can be A7-AAA to A7-ZZZ. The table below shows the registration numbers / call signs
that are currently being allocated as per the category and the model of the aircraft.
Table 7.
7. Aircraft call sign format

Aircraft call sign Category Aircraft model

A7-AAx Royal Craft / VIP
A7-ABx Air lines A300-600R
A7-ACx Airlines A320-232 and A330-203
A7-ADx Airlines A320-232, A330-203 and A321-231
A7-AEx Airlines A320-232 and A330-302
A7-AFx Airlines and Royal Craft A3000B4-622R, A310-308 and A330-202
A7-AGx Airlines A340-600 and A340-202
A7-AHx Airlines + single call sign for training A320-231 and A320-232
craft used by civil aviation college
A7-Aix Airlines A321-231 (airbus)
A7-AJx Private
A7-ASx Private
A7-BAx Airlines B777

A7-BBx Airlines B777
A7-BFx Airlines B777
A7-CEx Airlines
A7-CGx Commercial (Private jet)
A7-CJx Airlines and Private A300-600R and A319-133
A7-DSx Training craft and private
A7-FCx Training craft PA-28

A7-FSx Training craft PA34-220T and PA 28-181
A7-GHx Helicopters AW 139
A7-HAx Helicopters BELL 412

A7-HBx Helicopters BELL 412 and 1 off AW139
A7-HHx Royal Craft (VIP) & a Helicopter
A7-HJx Royal Craft (VIP)
A7-HMx Helicopter
A7-HYx Private

A7-JHx Private
A7-JBx Private
A7-KAx Private
A7-KHx Private
A7-MBx Royal Craft (VIP) and helicopter
A7-MEx Air lines (VIP)
A7-MGx Private
A7-MHx Royal Craft (VIP)
A7-NHx Helicopter MD902
A7-RZx Qatar Commercial (RIZON QATAR)
A7-Uxx Private
Note: X represents a letter of the alphabet.
These ranges will be used for the same applications/ services in future, and additional categories will be identified as follows.
Table 8.
8. Aircraft call sign format - additional
Aircraft call sign Service Aircraft and type of model
A7-Sax A7SCx Gyrocopter Gyrocopter
A7-SDx A7SFx Hang gliders Hang gliders
A7-SGx A7SKx Balloons Balloons
The call sign for Aircraft transportable radio stations will be formed by adding suffix P to the registration mark of the aircraft.
In the case of aeronautical ground stations the call signs are generally formed from a base, such as the name of the airfield /
aerodrome or a nearby location, and typically a suffix which depends on the service being provided.
The call signs used by aeronautical ground stations providing Air Traffic Services (ATS) are illustrated in the following table, which
provides information on the appropriate suffix that would be added to the aerodrome or location prefix:

Unit or Service Abbreviation Suffix
Area Control Centre ACC CONTROL
Approach Control APP APPROACH
Approach Control Radar Arrivals ARRIVAL
Approach Control Radar Departures DEPARTURE
Aerodrome Control TWR TOWER
Surface Movement Control (Note) GROUND
Radar (in general) RAD RADAR
Precision Approach Radar PAR PRECISION
Direction Finding Station HOMER
Flight Information Service FIS INFORMATION
Clearance Delivery DELIVERY
Apron Control APRON
Company Dispatch DISPATCH
Aeronautical Station RADIO
Note: Includes Ground Movement Control and Ground Movement Planning.

The information in this table is based on ICAO Annex 10 Volume II Chapter 5.
In the case of aeronautical radio stations providing Operational Control the call sign will consist of either the name of the company
or its telephony designator4, or the airfield / aerodrome or location plus the suffix OPS or OPERATIONS.
6. NOTE ON APPLICABLE STANDARDS

STANDARDS
The aeronautical radio equipment to be deployed on-board the aircraft as well as on the ground has to be approved by the
recognized national (e.g. QCAA) or regional agencies (e.g. European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)). For aircrafts, the equipment
may have approval acquired during the manufacturing phase as part of the aircrafts Type Certification.
4
Operating agencies may apply to register an ICAO telephony designator. Telephony designators are published in ICAO Doc. 8585 and ICAO
location indicators are published in Doc 7910.

7. COORDINATION REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS
The use of aeronautical radio frequencies is covered by ITU allotment plans. Co-ordination of frequencies is required to ensure that
the proposed use will not suffer harmful interference between neighbouring countries. The use of aeronautical frequencies in Qatar
from Ground stations which are not already covered by Appendix 27, of ITU Radio Regulations, will be co-ordinated with the
Regional ICAO through the GCC Telecoms Bureau
8. SPECTRUM FEES
Please see the Schedule of Radio Spectrum Fees available on ictQATAR's website for details.
9. CONTACT DETAILS
For further queries, please contact:
Manager Spectrum Affairs,

Regulatory Authority,
The Supreme Council of Information & Communication Technology (ictQATAR)
P.O. Box 23264, Al Nassr Tower, Post Office Roundabout, Al Corniche,
Doha, Qatar
Fax: 44830630
Email: spectrumaffairs@ict.gov.qa

ANNEX A: LICENSE TEMPLATES AND TERMS & CONDITIONS


State of Qatar

ictQATAR
Regulatory Authority
Aircraft Radio Station License
The Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology (ictQATAR), in exercising the powers conferred on it by
Articles (3) and (4) of Decree Law No. (34) of 2006, grants to the Licensee specified, authorisation to keep, have possession of,
install, maintain, work and use radio transmitting and receiving equipment on board the aircraft as per the general terms and
conditions for radio spectrum licensing, specific terms and conditions, special conditions (if any) and technical schedule (s) of this
License.
License Number...................................................
Number
Licensee: .
Address: ..
License Type:
Type: ....
Commencement and Termination Dates:
The License comes into effect on DD/MM/YY and subject to revocation or suspension, expires on DD/MM/YY unless renewed in
accordance with the Regulations.
Call Sign:
Signed:
Signed:.
ned:
On behalf of the Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology (ictQATAR)
Date: .. Official Stamp

Specific Terms And Conditions
1. Radio equipment operation
1.1 a copy of the license shall be kept with the radio equipment at all times.
1.2 The Licensee shall:
(a) ensure that all persons using the station are made aware of and comply with the terms of this license
(b) permit representatives of ictQATAR to have access to the radio equipment on-board the aircraft for the purpose
of verifying compliance with the terms of this license
1.3 The Licensee shall not permit any person to use the station unless that person:
(a) possesses a valid radio operators certification from QCAA
(b) is under the supervision of a person possessing the above.
1.4 The Licensee and all persons using the station shall comply with the relevant provisions of the ITU Constitution and
Convention and the Radio Regulations, in particular article 33 of the Constitution, and articles 36, 37, 39, 42 and
clause 44.1 of the Radio Regulations.
2. Identification of Transmission:
2.1 The Licensee shall use one of the following methods of identification for all transmissions:
(a) Aircraft call sign indicated in the license.
(b) The type of aircraft followed by the registration number of the aircraft issued by QCAA.
(c) Any other aircraft identification approved by the QCAA for use by aircraft radio stations participating in an
organized flying activity of short duration.
(d) For survival craft station with a reference to its parent aircraft. No identification is required for automatically
transmitted distress signals. Transmissions other than distress or emergency signals must be identified by the
call sign or by the registration number of the parent aircraft followed by a single digit other than 0 or 1.
3. Technical conditions
3.1 The radio equipment except the equipment for Off-Route communication5 shall be operated within the aeronautical
frequency bands and with the technical limits as defined in Annex 10 to the Convention on International Civil
Aviation: Volume 5 and the latest edition of Handbook on Radio Frequency Spectrum Requirements for Civil
Aviation: Including Statement of Approved ICAO Policies, Doc 9718--AN/957.
3.2 The use of mobile communication access equipment is allowed on-board the aircraft with the following conditions:
(a) the operation will be on a non-interference and non-protected basis.
5
The bands for Aeronautical Mobile (OR) Services in Qatar are assigned on case by case basis as per the applicants requirements.

(b) the minimum height above ground for any transmission will be 3000 metres.
(c) The aircraft base station transmitter must limit the power of all GSM mobile terminals transmitting in the 1800
MHz band to a nominal value of 0 dBm at all stages of communications including initial access.
(d) The aircraft Node B, while in operation, must limit the transmit power of all UMTS mobile terminals transmitting
in the 2 100 MHz band to a nominal value of 6 dBm/3,84 MHz at all stages of communication and the maximum
number of users should not exceed 20.
(e) The aircraft Node B, while in operation, must limit the transmit power of all LTE mobile terminals transmitting
in the 1 800 MHz band to a nominal value of 5 dBm/5 MHz at all stages of communication.
3.3 The use of satellite equipment on 14-14.5 GHz band is allowed with the following conditions:
(a) the operation will be on a non-interference and non-protected basis.
(c) e.i.r.p. must not be greater than 50dBW;
(d) the equipment must comply with the ITU-R Recommendation M.1643
(e) the equipment must be operated under the control of a network control facility.
3.4 The use of satellite equipment on 17.3-19.7 GHz and 27.5-29.5 GHz bands is allowed with the following conditions:
(a) the operation will be on a non interference and non protected basis.
(c) e.i.r.p. must not limited to a value within the range 55-60 dBw;
(d) the equipment must be operated under the control of a network control facility.
(e) the equipment must be self-monitoring and should a fault which can cause harmful interference to FSS or
terrestrial networks be detected, the transmissions must be ceased automatically;
3.5 The use of WiFi access equipment is allowed, provided that all transmissions must be strictly restricted within the
aircraft.
4. Definitions
4.1 EIRP: EPIRB (Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon) is a tracking transmitter which aid in the detection and
location of boats, aircraft, and people in distress.
4.2 Frequency Band: a contiguous block of the radio spectrum which starts at a frequency and ends at another.
4.3 FSS: means a radiocommunication service between earth stations at given fixed positions via one or more satellites.
4.4 ictQATAR:
ictQATAR The regulator in Qatar established under Amiri decree Law No. 36 for 2004 and as further defined in
Amiri decree Law No. 34 of 2006.

4.5 ITU: The International Telecommunication Union is the United Nations specialized agency for information and
communication technologies ICTs. It allocates global radio spectrum and satellite orbits and develops the
4.6 ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that codifies the
principles and techniques of international air navigation and fosters the planning and development of international
air transport to ensure safe and orderly growth.
4.7 License:
License The permission issued by the Board or the General Secretariat to an individual or class of individuals to
own or operate a telecommunications network, provide telecommunications services, or use radio frequency
spectrum and it does not constitute a contract or bilateral agreement.
4.8 Licensee: A person who holds a License pursuant to the provisions of the Telecom Law and the executive by-law.
4.9 Off-
Off-route Communication: Off-route communications is a type of aernautcal mbile communication service that
relates to flight coordination, primarily outside national or international civil air routes.
4.10 PFD: Power Flux Density (PFD) means a measure of the energy that flows through a unit area each second.
4.11 Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA):

(QCAA) The body responsible in Qatar for: air navigation; air safety ; air transport &
airport affairs; meteorology and aviation security. QCAA administers the civil aviation regulations and aviation law
in Qatar.
Special Conditions

Technical Schedule (1)
This schedule forms part of the Aircraft Mobile Radio Station License No. XXXX issued to XXXX, the Licensee on [Date].
Aircraft Details
Aircraft registration number
Aircraft call sign
Fuselage number
Type of aircraft and model
Aircraft owner/operator
Equipment Details
Communications:
Equipment Model / Type Quantity Frequency Band
Navigation:
Radar:

Emergency distress:
Aircraft earth station:
Satellite Network / Satellite orbital Equipment / Quantity Power erp Frequency Band
satellite position Model / Type
Other Equipment:
Equipment:
Equipment Model / Type Quantity Power erp Emissions Frequency Band


State of Qatar

ictQATAR
Aircraft Transportable Radio Station License
Articles (3) and (4) of Decree Law No. (34) of 2006, grants to the Licensee specified, authorisation to keep, have possession of, install,
maintain, work and use radio transmitting and receiving transportable equipment on board multiple aircrafts as per the general terms
and conditions for radio spectrum licensing, specific terms and conditions, special conditions (if any) and technical schedule (s) of
this License.
License Number....................................................
Number
Licensee: ...
Address:
License Type: ..
Call Sign:
Signed:....
Signed:

Specific Terms And Conditions

Conditions
1.1 a copy of the license shall be kept with the radio equipment at all times.
1.2 The licensee shall:
(a) ensure that all persons using the station are made aware of and comply with the terms of this license
(b) permit representatives of ictQATAR to have access to the radio equipment for the purpose of verifying compliance
with the terms of this license
1.3 The licensee shall not permit any person to use the station unless that person:
1.4 The licensee and all persons using the station shall comply with the relevant provisions of the ITU Constitution and
Convention and the Radio Regulations, in particular article 33 of the Constitution, and articles 36, 37, 39, 42 and
clause 44.1 of the Radio Regulations.
1.5 The radio equipment cannot be used on land.
2. Identification of Transmission
2.1 The Licensee shall use one of the following methods of identification for all transmissions:
(a) Aircraft call sign.
(b) The type of aircraft followed by the registration number of the aircraft issued by CAA.
(c) Any other aircraft identification approved by the CAA for use by aircraft stations participating in an organized
flying activity of short duration.
3. Technical
Technical conditions
3.1 The radio equipment except the equipment for Off-Route communication6 shall be operated within the aeronautical
frequency bands and with the technical limits as defined in Annex 10 to the Convention on International Civil
Aviation: Volume 5 and the latest edition of Handbook on Radio Frequency Spectrum Requirements for Civil
Aviation: Including Statement of Approved ICAO Policies, Doc 9718--AN/957.
4. Definitions
4.1 EIRP: EPIRB (Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon) is a tracking transmitter which aid in the detection and
location of boats, aircraft, and people in distress.
6 The bands for Aeronautical Mobile (OR) Services in Qatar are assigned on case by case basis as per the applicants requirements.

4.2 Frequency Band: a contiguous block of the radio spectrum which starts at a frequency and ends at another.
4.3 ictQATAR:
ictQATAR The regulator in Qatar established under Amiri decree Law No. 36 for 2004 and as further defined in Amiri
decree Law No. 34 of 2006.
4.4 ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that codifies the
principles and techniques of international air navigation and fosters the planning and development of international
air transport to ensure safe and orderly growth.
communication technologies ICTs. It allocates global radio spectrum and satellite orbits and develops the technical
standards that ensure networks and technologies seamlessly interconnect.
4.6 License:
License The permission issued by the Board or the General Secretariat to an individual or class of individuals to own
or operate a telecommunications network, provide telecommunications services, or use radio frequency spectrum
and it does not constitute a contract or bilateral agreement.
4.8 Off-
Off-route Communication: Off-route communications is a type of aernautcal mbile communication service that relates
to flight coordination, primarily outside national or international civil air routes.

in Qatar.
Special Conditions

This schedule forms part of the aircraft transportable radio station license No. XXXX issued to XXXX, the Licensee on [Date].
Equipment Manufacturer / Quantity Power erp Frequency Band

Model


State of Qatar

ictQATAR
Aeronautical Ground Station License
install, maintain, work and use aeronautical radio equipment on ground as per the general terms and conditions for radio spectrum
licensing, specific terms and conditions, special conditions (if any) and technical schedule (s) of this License.
License Number..................................................
Number
Licensee: .
Address:
Address: ..
License Type: .
Call Sign:
Signed:...
Signed:

Specific Terms & Conditions
1.1 The installation of stations at aerodromes shall require approval from QCAA.
1.2 The Licensee shall not permit any person to use the station unless that person:
1.3 Aeronautical radio messages shall be limited to those concerning flight safety or flight regularity.
2. Technical
Technical conditions
2.1 All new installations and any proposal to amend any details specified in this license and the associated technical
schedule(s) require prior coordination with the Regional ICAO through the GCC Telecoms Bureau.
3. Identification of Transmission:
Transmission:
3.1 The Radio user shall use one of the following methods of identification for all transmissions:
(a) the aeronautical ground station call sign
(b) the location name of the station
(c) Any other identification method approved by the QCAA
4. Definitions
4.1 ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation which serves as the global forum for its 191 Member States and
4.2 ictQATAR:
4.4 License:
4.6 QCAA: The body responsible in Qatar for: air navigation; air safety ; air transport & airport affairs; meteorology and
aviation security. QCAA administers the civil aviation regulations and aviation law in Qatar.

4.7 Telecoms Bureau: The GCC Telecommunications Bureau, which conducts the coordination of spectrum assignments
between neighbouring GCC countries and engages in the process of resolving cross-border interference cases
Special Conditions
This schedule forms part of the Aeronautical Ground Station (AGS) License No. XXXX issued to XXXX, the Licensee on [Date].
INSTALLATION / AERODROME LOCATION
1.1 Location:
1.2 Latitude:
1.3 Longitude:
1.4 Service area (radius from base station) (km)
1.5 Call sign /system ID:
1.6 Antenna Type:
1.7 Antenna Power (e.r.p) (W)
1.8 Antenna Height:
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
2.1 Type of Station: General aviation/ Operations control / Air Traffic Control / Search and Rescue and Emergency Communications / HF
communications / Other
Equipment Model / Type Power ERP Frequency(ies)/ Band assigned


State of Qatar

ictQATAR
Aeronautical Navigational Aids Station License
Articles (3) and (4) of Decree Law No. (34) of 2006, grants to the licensee specified, authorisation to keep, have possession of,
install, maintain, work and use aeronautical navigational aids equipment on ground as per the general terms and conditions for
radio spectrum licensing, specific terms and conditions, special conditions (if any) and technical schedule (s) of this License.
License Number....................................................
Number
Licensee: ..
Address: ....
License Type: ..
Signed:..
Signed:


1.1 The radio equipment shall be operated to ensure that the appropriate identification methods as required by the
International Standards and Recommended Practices and Procedures, as issued and amended from time to time by
ICAO, are employed for all transmissions.
schedule require prior coordination with the Regional ICAO through the GCC Telecoms Bureau.
3. Definitions
3.1 ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation which serves as the global forum for its 191 Member States and
3.2 ictQATAR:
3.4 License:
3.6 QCAA:
QCAA Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) is the body responsible in Qatar for: air navigation; air safety ; air
transport & airport affairs; meteorology and aviation security. QCAA administers the civil aviation regulations and
aviation law in Qatar.
Special Conditions

This schedule forms part of the Aeronautical Ground Based Navigational Aids Station License No. XXXX issued to XXXX, the
Licensee on [Date].

1.1 Location:
1.2 Latitude:
1.3 Longitude:
1.6 Antenna Type:
1.8 Antenna Height:
NAVIGATIONAL AIDS EQUIPMENT
Type of Station: Non-directional radio beacon / VHF Omni-directional radio (VOR) / VHF Marker beacon / Instrument
landing system / DME pair / Other
Location (Lat & Long) Manufacturer /Model Frequency Max. range

/ Type


State of Qatar

ictQATAR
Aeronautical Radar Station License
install, maintain, work and use aeronautical ground based radar equipment as per the general terms and conditions for radio
spectrum licensing, specific terms and conditions, special conditions (if any) and technical schedule (s) of this License.
License Number....................................................
Number
Licensee: ..
Address: ...
License Type: .
Signed:...
Signed:

1.1 The radio equipment shall be operated to ensure that the appropriate identification methods as required by the
International Standards and Recommended Practices and Procedures, as issued and amended from time to time by
ICAO, are employed for all transmissions.
1.2 The licensee shall ensure that:
(a) the radar systems are planned, installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the ITU and ICAO
requirements
(b) that persons authorized to use the equipment are trained, certified and licensed in accordance with the QCAA
requirements
(c) the apparatus is used only for the purposes of aiding the navigation of any aircraft.
schedule require prior coordination with the Regional ICAO through the GCC Telecoms Bureau.
3. Definitions
3.1 ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) serves as the global forum for its 191 Member States and
3.2 ictQATAR:
3.3 ITU: International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and
3.4 License:

in Qatar.

Special Conditions
This schedule forms part of the Aeronautical Ground Based Radar Station License No. XXXX issued to XXXX, the Licensee on [Date].
Location (Airport /
Aerodrome name)
Type of Station: Primary Radar

Radar / Secondary Radar
Location (Lat & Long) Manufacturer /Model / Frequency Peak power

Type
Scan rate (rpm) Pulse repetition rate Antenna height Antenna gain

ANNEX B: APPLICATION PROCESSING

PROCESSING PROCEDURE

Identity Requirements
and technical
Requirements
Submit applications with

required documents Review Application
Applicant informed Evaluation
Time-scale 10 working days

No
Yes
Allocate Call Sign Update database
INMARSAT activation
Applicant informed INMARSAT from Qtel
Yes
No
Submit payment Payment Keep pending

No
Yes
Prepare license and File and update

License received deliver to Applicant database

ANNEX C: APPLICATION FORMS

FORMS

ICTQATAR REGULATORY AUTHORITY
APPLICATION FOR AIRCRAFT RADIO (MOBILE / TRANSPORTABLE)
FORM: SA/ 01
STATION LICENSE
APPLICANTS DECLARATION
1.1 I declare that:
the information provided in this application is complete and correct;
any equipment and / or radio spectrum licensed as a result of this application will be used in compliance with ictQATAR Laws
and Regulations;
I / we will notify ictQATAR of any changes to the information provided;
I am authorized to sign this application on behalf of the applicant.
1.2 Name: 1.6 Company stamp (if applicable):

1.3 Position:
1.4 Signature: 1.5 Date:
APPLICANT INFORMATION
2.1 ictQATAR Customer Number:
Please note. If you have an existing customer number and have previously provided the following information you need only
complete the Applicant Information sections if your details need to be amended in our records.
2.2 Name / Company / Organisation:

2.3 Nationality / Place of registration:
2.4 Profession: . .
2.5 PO Box: . .
2.6 Address: . .
. .
2.7 Main contact: . . 2.10 Position:
2.8 Contact email: . . 2.11 Mobile Tel:
2.9 Office Tel: 2.12 Fax:
INVOICING INFORMATION (IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE)
3.1 Name / Company / Organisation: . .
3.2 PO Box: . .
3..3 Address: . .
3.4 Invoicing contact: . . 3.7 Position: . .

3.5 Contact email: . . 3.8 Mobile Tel: . .
. . . .
APPLICATION TYPE (TICK AS APPROPRIATE)
New application: Renewal: Modification: Cancellation:
APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Please send* completed
Regulatory Authority Spectrum Affairs
applications to:
P.O. Box 23264, Al Nassr Tower, Post Office Roundabout, Al Corniche, Doha, Qatar
* by fax, post, courier or hand
deliver.
Page 1 of 4
FOR ictQATAR INTERNAL USE
Date Received:
Approved: Not Approved:
License Number: Staff No.
Date Completed:
AIRCRAFT RADIO LICENSE
1.1 Type of license applied for:
Mobile Transportable
AIRCRAFT MOBILE RADIO LICENSE
AIRCRAFT DETAILS
2.1 Aircraft registration number:
2.2 Aircraft Call sign:
2.3 Fuselage number:
2.4 Type of aircraft and model:
2.5 Aircraft Owner/Operator:
COMMUNICATIONS
Equipment Model / Type Quantity Band / Assigned frequencies
3.1 HF
3.2 VHF
NAVIGATION
4.1 ADF
4.2 LORAN C
4.3 DME
4.4 ILS/MLS
4.5 RDSS
4.6 GPS
RADAR
5.1 Altimeter
5.2 Weather
EMERGENCY / DISTRESS
6.1 EPIRB
6.2 SAR
Page 2 of 4
MOBILE COMMUNICATION ACCESS EQUIPMENT ON BOARD
Equipment Model / Type Quantity Power erp Emissions Band / Assigned
frequencies
WIFI ACCESS EQUIPMENT
EARTH STATION EQUIPMENT ON BOARD
Satellite Network / Satellite orbital Equipment / Quantity Power erp Band / Assigned
satellite position Model / Type frequencies
8.1 INMARSAT
8.2 Ku Band
8.3 Ka Band
OTHER
frequencies
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AIRCRAFT TRANSPORTABLE RADIO LICENSE

Communications/ Radio Equipment
frequencies
1.1 VHF
1.2 Other
Page 3 of 4
DOCUMENTS TO BE ENCLOSED
Copy of the CR (For organizations) / Copy of ID (for Private Aircraft Owners)
Copy of the corporate card (For organizations)
Registration Certificate issued by QCAA
Approval for use of the equipment granted by QCAA
DOCUMENTS TO BE ENCLOSED (FOR CANCELLATION)

Copy of receipt of final payment
Original license
Copy of the registry deletion certificate from QCAA
Page 4 of 4
APPLICATION FOR AERONAUTICAL GROUND STATION LICENSE FORM: SV/01
1.1 I declare that:
any equipment and / or radio spectrum licensed as a result of this application will be used in compliance with ictQATAR Laws and
Regulations;
1.3 Position:
Please note. If you have an existing customer number and have previously provided the following information you need only complete
the Applicant Information sections if your details need to be amended in our records.
2.4 Profession: . .
2.5 PO Box: . .
2.6 Address: . .
. .
2.9 Office Tel: 2.12 Fax: . .
3.2 PO Box: . .
3..3 Address: . .

3.6 Office Tel: . . 3.9 Fax: . .
Please send* completed applications to:
* by fax, post, courier or hand deliver. P.O. Box 23264, Al Nassr Tower, Post Office Roundabout, Al Corniche, Doha, Qatar
Page 1 of 3
For Spectrum Planning Section:
Date Received:
Remarks:
Date Completed:
For Spectrum Management Section:
Date Received:
Remarks:
Date Completed:
1.1 Location:
1.2 Latitude:
1.3 Longitude:
1.6 Antenna Type:
1.8 Antenna Height:
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS
2.1 General aviation
Equipment Model / Type Quantity Power erp Band assigned
2.2 Operations control

2.3 Air traffic control

2.4 Search and Rescue and Emergency Communications

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2.5 HF communications
2.6 Other uses not covered by above:

Type of use:
Copy of CR
Copy of Corporate card
Detailed Technical Specifications
Network Diagram1
QCAA approval/authorization
Original license
Copy of the shipment document (Airway bill & packing list)
or
Declaration that equipment will be written-off under the supervision of ictQATAR staff
1 Wherever possible an initial / planned network diagram should be provided for information in support of the application.
Page 3 of 3
APPLICATION FOR AERONAUTICAL GROUND BASED NAVIGATIONAL AIDS FORM: SV/02
STATION LICENSE
1.1 I declare that:
Regulations;
1.3 Position:

2.4 Profession: . .
2.5 PO Box: . .
2.6 Address: . .
. .
3.2 PO Box: . .
3..3 Address: . .

3.6 Office Tel: . . 3.9 Fax: . .
Page 1 of 3
Date Received:
Remarks:
Date Completed:

Date Received:
Remarks:
Date Completed:
1.1 Location:
1.2 Latitude:
1.3 Longitude:
NAVIGATION AIDS EQUIPMENT
Non-
Non-directional radio beacon
2.1 Name/Model 2.2 Antenna height
2.3 Identifier 2.4 Max. range
VHF Omni-
Omni-directional radio (VOR)
2.7 RF Power 2.8 Max. range
VHF Marker beacon

2.11 RF Power 2.12 Max. range
Instrument landing system

2.15 Runway designator(s) 2.16 Runway heading
2.17 Frequency 2.18 Bandwidth
2.19 RF Power 2.20 Antenna gain
DME Pair
2.23 Runway designator(s) 2.24 Runway heading
Page 2 of 3
Other (please specify)
Copy of CR
Network Diagram
QCAA Approval/ Authorization
Original license
or
Page 3 of 3
APPLICATION FOR AERONAUTICAL GROUND BASED RADAR STATION
FORM: SV/03
LICENSE
1.1 I declare that:
Regulations;
1.3 Position:

2.4 Profession: . .
2.5 PO Box: . .
2.6 Address: . .
. .
3.2 PO Box: . .
3..3 Address: . .

3.6 Office Tel: . . 3.9 Fax: . .
Page 1 of 3
Date Received:
Remarks:
Date Completed:
Date Received:
Remarks:
Date Completed:
1.1 Location:
1.2 Latitude:
1.3 Longitude:
RADAR EQUIPMENT
Primary radar
2.3 Operational range 2.4 Peak power
2.5 Frequency 2.6 Pulse repetition rate
2.7 Scan rate (rpm) 2.8 Antenna gain
Secondary radar
2.11 Operational range 2.12 Peak power
2.13 Frequency 2.14 Pulse repetition rate
2.15 Scan rate (rpm) 2.16 Antenna gain
DOCUMENTS TO BE ENCLOSED (FOR NEW APPLICATION)

Copy of CR
Network Diagram
QCAA approval/ authorization
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Original license
or
Page 3 of 3

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Guidelines for Aeronautical Radio Frequency Licences 1

1. Aircraft Radio Station License 6

1.1 Eligibility criteria 6

1.2 Summary of the Licensees Responsibilities 7

1.3 Technical details 7

2. Aeronautical Ground Station (AGS) License 8

2.1 Eligibility criteria 9

2.2 Summary of Licensees Responsibilities 9

2.3 Technical details 9

3. Aeronautical Navigational Aids Station License 12

3.1 Eligibility criteria 12

3.2 Summary of Licensees Responsibilities 12

3.3 Technical details 13

4. Aeronautical Ground Based Radar Station License 15

4.1 Eligibility criteria 15

4.2 Summary of Licensees Responsibilities 15

4.3 Technical details 15

6. Note on applicable standards 19

ANNEX A: LICENSE TEMPLATES AND TERMS & CONDITIONS 21

ANNEX B: APPLICATION PROCESSING PROCEDURE 41

ANNEX C: APPLICATION FORMS 43

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Definitions & Abbreviations

Automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) is a cooperative surveillance technology for tracking

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a) Aircraft Radio Station Licenses

i) Aircraft Mobile Radio station

ii) Aircraft Transportable Radio station

b) Ground Based Aeronautical Station Licenses

i) Aeronautical Ground Station (AGS)

ii) Aeronautical Navigational Aids

iii) Aeronautical Ground Based Radar

Annex B to these guidelines provides the application processing procedure.

1. AIRCRAFT RADIO STATION

1.1 Eligibility criteria

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1.2 Summary of the Licensees Responsibilities

Please see Annex A for detailed terms and conditions.

1.3 Technical details

c) Satellite earth stations on-

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i. e.i.r.p. must not be greater than 50dBw;

2. AERONAUTICAL GROUND STATION (AGS) LICENSE

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2.1 Eligibility criteria

2.2 Summary of Licensees

Please see Annex A for detailed terms and conditions.

2.3 Technical details

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in 25 kHz steps and equipment designed for 8.33 kHz channel

Table 3 VHF Frequency utilisation plan

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Note: Spare - might be reserved for future data link applications

Table 4 below explains the abbreviations used in Table 3 above.

Symbol Type of Service

ACCL-L Area control service for flights up to FL 250

ACC-SR-I Area radar control service up to FL 250

ACC-SR-U Area radar control service up to FL 450

ACC-U Area control service for flights up to FL 450

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